International FDP | Dr. M.G.R. Educational and Research Institute | Online | Free Registration | 11th – 15th May 2026

International FDP | Dr. M.G.R. Educational and Research Institute | Online | Free Registration | 11th – 15th May 2026

International Faculty Development Programme (IFDP):

Faculty of Law, Dr. M.G.R. Educational and Research Institute
Dates: 11th – 15th May 2026 | Mode: Online | Registration Fee: Free

About the University:

Founded under the Tmt. Kannammal Educational Trust in 1985, the institution began with Thai Moogambigai Polytechnic College, later expanding to Dr. M.G.R. Engineering College (1988) and Thai Moogambigai Dental College (1991). In 2003, both colleges attained Deemed University status as Dr. M.G.R. Educational and Research Institute, recognized by the UGC and MHRD, Government of India. The University is accredited with NAAC A+ Grade, reflecting its commitment to excellence in education and research.

About the Faculty of Law:

The Faculty of Law offers Undergraduate, Postgraduate, and Doctoral programmes in line with the Bar Council of India and UGC guidelines. Its pragmatic curriculum emphasizes practice readiness through internships, case reviews, moot courts, drafting & conveyancing, and order writing. Regular seminars, guest lectures, and workshops foster interaction between students and legal professionals. Value‑added courses further enrich student learning and professional preparedness.

About the Programme:

The International Faculty Development Programme (IFDP) is designed to prepare faculty for the AI‑augmented era of legal education. It equips participants to reimagine legal research, drafting, and pedagogy through hands‑on exposure to cutting‑edge tools and interdisciplinary dialogue.

Programme Highlights:

• Hands‑on AI Application: Training with OpenAI, LexisNexis, and Westlaw for research and drafting.
• Pedagogical Integration: Frameworks for AI‑based assignments and curriculum design.
• Ethics & Academic Integrity: Critical evaluation of AI outputs with ethical safeguards.
• Interdisciplinary Innovation: Dialogue between law and technology for future‑ready scholarship.

Objectives:

1. Introduce fundamentals of AI in legal research and drafting.
2. Develop practical skills using AI‑powered platforms (LexisNexis, Westlaw).
3. Provide exposure to generative AI tools for structured documentation.
4. Enhance critical evaluation skills for accuracy, ethics, and compliance.
5. Encourage responsible integration of AI into legal education and practice.

Programme Schedule:

• Day 1 (11 May 2026): Smart Law Schools: Integrating AI into Legal Training – Ms. Laxmi Sharma, Tribhuvan University, Nepal
• Day 2 (12 May 2026): AI‑Powered Legal Research: Tools and Techniques – Prof. Dr. Shilohu Rao, NLU Jodhpur
• Day 3 (13 May 2026): Intelligent Legal Drafting: Contracts, Pleadings, and Opinions – Dr. M.A. Saleem Ahamed, Crescent School of Law, Chennai
• Day 4 (14 May 2026): Ethics, Compliance, and Responsible AI in Law – Dr. Dhanya S., GNLU Gandhinagar
• Day 5 (15 May 2026): AI in Legal Academia: A Constitutional Perspective – Dr. V. Prabha, Sri Manakula Vinayagar Centre of Legal Education, Puducherry

Registration Details:

• Registration Link:

• Fee: Free of Cost
• Eligibility: Teaching Faculty, Professionals, Research Scholars
• Certificate Criteria: Minimum 80% attendance, active participation, and submission of feedback forms.

Important Dates:

• Registration Opens: 23rd April 2026
• Last Date for Registration: 9th May 2026
• Confirmation of Participation: 10th May 2026

Contact Details:

• drmgrfolfdp@gmail.com
• Ms. Azhahiya Meenaal V – +91 8610121738
• Mr. Subramaniam S – +91 9840854392

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